2009 Ford Flex vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Ford Flex and 2009 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 456 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2009 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Flex | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |